The Best Pillows for Combination Sleepers Whether you lie on your back, side, or stomach, these are the best pillows.
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Face the facts: we spend about a third of our lives asleep, so why not make sure you're comfy as you're catching Zs? In some cases, that means keeping cool on a nice, airy mattress. In other cases, it means finding the right pillow for you to rest your head.
Some of us sleep on our sides, others on our backs — and though it's not advised, there are people that sleep on their stomachs too. But what if you alternate between all three? What is the best pillow for combination sleepers? Whereas side sleepers require firmness in their noggin cushions, medium-loft pillows are better suited for back sleepers. Those who switch it up throughout the night have to find a middle ground between the two.
To help you find the best pillow for a combination sleeper such as yourself, we've recommended the top contenders based on exhaustive independent research and testing.
Best Overall: The Purple Pillow ($109), also at other retailers
Best for Back and Side: Avocado Green Pillow ($89)
Best for Side and Stomach: The Original Coop Home Goods Pillow ($60)
Best Memory Foam: Snuggle-Pedic Deluxe Adjustable Pillow ($50)
Best for Neck Pain: The Saatva Pillow ($155)
Best Cooling: Coop Home Goods Eden ($80)
Best Down Pillow: Parachute Home Down Pillow ($89)
PurpleBest Overall: The Purple Pillow ($109)
From the literal rocket scientist that co-developed the Purple Hybrid (our overall top pick of the best mattresses for hot sleepers), the Purple Pillow (also at other retailers) utilizes the same no-pressure, breathable grid-based technology and uses it to support your head as well as your neck.
Engineered with hypoallergenic materials, the Purple Pillow will ensure that you wake up feeling rested. Its open-air channels mean that your pillow is cool and comfortable. The included adjustable boosters allow you to experiment with different heights in conjunction with its best-in-class ergonomics, making for the best pillow a combination sleeper can buy.
Avocado GreenBest for Back and Side: Avocado Green Pillow ($89)
Employing Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) organic certified latex and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) organic certified kapok fiber, the Avocado Green Pillow is natural and sustainable above all else. However, it's also packaged with extra fill, which you can add and remove until you find the perfect setting for your back- and side-sleeping tendencies.
Built with high-quality, organic materials, the Avocado Green Pillow lets you sleep easy — quite literally. The GLOS is sourced from upcycled latex, as found in Avocado's extremely comfortable mattresses. A 100 percent GOTS organic cotton cover comes standard. Soft yet supportive, the Avocado pillow remains cool and provides a dreamy place to rest your head.
Coop Home GoodsBest for Side and Stomach: The Original Coop Home Goods Pillow ($60)
Pillows aren't a one-size-fits-all solution. In fact, your preferred sleeping position largely dictates which pillows will work. Although it's best to avoid sleeping on your stomach entirely if possible, anyone who finds they can't help it should look no further than the Original Coop Home Goods Pillow. Because sleeping on your stomach can strain your neck (not to mention your organs), you'll need something that can help you maintain proper alignment.
This cozy option combines memory foam with bamboo and lets you customize the loft and thickness of your cushion. The crosscut memory foam filling feels exquisite to the touch. An included washable cover is created from bamboo-sourced rayon. What's more, the Coop Home Goods pillow comes CertiPUR-US and GREENGUARD Gold certified, meaning it's free of harmful materials.
Snuggle-PedicBest Memory Foam: Snuggle-Pedic Deluxe Adjustable Pillow ($50)
Sink into the Snuggle-Pedic Deluxe Adjustable Pillow and remember all over again why you prefer the bespoke relief that shredded memory foam provides. Hypoallergenic and impervious to dust mites, the Snuggle-Pedic features a handy zipper for removing and refilling it with foam. The company even offers the option of a custom, manufacturer's adjustment tailored to your specific sleep style, making it an impeccable fit for combination sleepers.
It's GREENGUARD Gold certified, and thus comprised of good quality materials. At around $50, it's a cost-effective memory foam pillow. The bamboo-derived cover keeps your pillow cool and comfortable. Available in several different sizes, including standard, queen and king, the Snuggle-Pedic Deluxe fits multiple beds. And the ability to tailor the filling quantity to fit your preference is a huge bonus.
SaatvaBest for Neck Pain: The Saatva Pillow ($155)
Chronic neck pain comes in all shapes and sizes, and exacerbating it can be avoided with the right pillow on hand. The Saatva Pillow accounts for your personal struggle, thanks to its 100 percent shredded Talalay latex core which promotes flexible support for your neck and head.
The 100 percent organic cotton pillow cover is breathable and moisture-wicking. With its hypoallergenic latex core, you'll sleep incredibly soundly. There's a nice balance of supportive construction and pressure-free components. Although it is on the expensive side, with the premium price tag comes first-rate comfort.
Coop Home GoodsBest Cooling: Coop Home Goods Eden ($80)
Among the primary benefits of a decent cooling pillow is all-around better sleep. With the Coop Home Goods Eden in your possession, you can maintain consistent REM sleep without tossing and turning or constantly waking up due to lack of comfort throughout the night. It's adjustable, breathable and, best of all, infused with a unique cooling gel that keeps high temps at bay.
The extra filling that's included is a nice touch. That way, you can add more foam to tailor the Eden to your liking. The gel-infused memory foam and microfiber mix filling feels exquisite. It's at once soft and supportive, which lets you achieve a good night's sleep.
Parachute HomeBest Down Pillow: Parachute Home Down Pillow ($89)
Want a pillow that's as soft as lying on a bed of feathers? Made from 750 fill power European down, the Parachute Home Down Pillow is about as soft as soft can get — assuming softness is what you're looking for. If not, it also comes in medium and firm densities, so as not to alienate those who need stiffer support.
Parachute's down pillow is highly durable as well, surviving countless machine washes over an extensive period of time. Additionally, the Parachute Home Down Pillow accommodates an array of different sleeping positions, from back sleepers to side and stomach sleepers. Whatever your preferred sleep stance and down density, the Parachute Home Down Pillow will be a treat to have on any bed.
